Who is eligible for the exchange program?
All students who are registered in the Asper School of Business are eligible for the exchange program.
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Can international students apply for the exchange program?
All international students registered in the Asper School of Business can apply for the exchange program.
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What courses will I take while on exchange?
Students have a number of options when researching the courses taught at our exchange partners. Students can see a list of midterm reports on our website at Former Exchange Students' Midterm Reports (you may contact the International Exchange Coordinator for login information).
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How will I pay my tuition?
All tuition fees are paid to The University of Manitoba with the same fee deadlines. For example, if a student goes abroad for one term and takes four courses, he/she will pay the equivalent of four business courses at the U of M.
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Do the courses I take on exchange transfer back into my business degree program?
All courses approved by the exchange coordinator will transfer back towards your Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) Degree Program.
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How many courses do I need to take per term while on exchange?
Students are required to take a minimum of 12 credit hours per term in order to meet the requirements of the exchange program. Based on the differences between academic systems in Asia, Europe, North America and South America students may need to take more courses and/or combine courses for University of Manitoba credit hours.
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In which year should I go on exchange?
Ideally, students should be going on exchange in their second year of their Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) Degree. The exchange program considers an Asper School student in their second year of the degree program when they have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours. We recommend that students go for a full academic year, however students are permitted to go for one term.
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Do I have to major in International Business?
No, students with any major are eligible for the exchange program... Read more on the Academic Requirements page »
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What are the courses for an International Business Major?
Normally students must take the following courses for an International Business Major:
| International Finance | FIN 3450 |
| Comparative IR & HRM | HRIR 4520 |
| International Management | INTB 2200 |
| International Marketing | MKT 3300 |
However, students in the exchange program may take the following courses for an International Business major:
| International Business or International Management |
| International Marketing or International Finance |
| Any topic course with an international theme or a language course |
| Any topic course with an international theme or a language course |
Read more on the Academic Requirements page »
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Do I require a visa?
Students must check with the consulate of the country they plan on studying in for visa requirements. An excellent resource is the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade's Website:
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Is there an orientation for outgoing exchange students?
Each year students must attend an outgoing student orientation session to help plan for their exchange. The dates of the session will be arranged each year.
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